STATEMENTS

Senator WATERS (Queensland—Leader of the Australian Greens) (15:59): I would like to request that you review your earlier ruling, because, clearly, what has happened today is not a genuine demonstration of faith. In fact, it is the middle finger to people of faith. It is extremely racist and unsafe, and I would like you to reconsider your earlier ruling.

It is not appropriate in this Senate to draw attention to a religion that this person does not even subscribe to. It is an insult, and it must be against the standing orders. I would like you to review your earlier ruling.

The DEPUTY PRESIDENT: I will absolutely review it. I will also refer it to the President. I'm happy to step out of the chair for the President.

The PRESIDENT: Senator Wong?